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Flashback came out on the Sega Genesis in 1993, developed by Delphine Software. It was one of those games that stood out at the time for its cinematic style and rotoscoped animation, which gave the characters a fluid, realistic look that was rare on the platform. The game felt like a step forward in how stories could be told in action games, blending sci-fi and adventure in a way that was fresh for its era.

You control Conrad, an amnesiac agent trying to piece together his past while evading alien shapeshifters. The gameplay involves careful platforming, solving environmental puzzles, and using a mix of stealth and combat to get past enemies. You explore the world screen by screen, often backtracking with new items to access previously blocked areas. The pacing is deliberate, and the difficulty is unforgiving; mistakes are punished, and patience is key. It feels tense and immersive, pulling you into its mysterious world with every cautious step.